First Year Photos at Regent University - Norfolk, VA Child Photographer

First Year Photos at Regent University - Norfolk, VA Child Photographer

I had the pleasure of photographing this little cutie when she was just a few week old. And what fun it was to see how much she’s grown! We shot her one year old portraits at the lovely Regent University Campus.

Mom brought this sweet girlie to me in her darling first year photo shoot tutu. And this little gem brought all of her fabulous personality to the shoot! I could just eat her up, she’s so cute!!

I mean, those cheeks!!! How could I not fall in love with this doll face?

I also heard a little rumor that this little beauty is going to become a big sister before too long - yay!

We managed to squeeze all of that adorable into just one mini session. Can you believe it?

Thank you, Miss T,. for bringing such joy to our session! It was such a treat to see you again. - XOXO, Melissa

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Hampton Roads Lifestyle Photographer - Holiday Gift Certificate Sale!

Hampton Roads Lifestyle Photographer - Holiday Gift Certificate Sale!

Give the gift of beautiful memories this year! It is a thoughtful and lasting gift for family and friends. Or, you could even reward yourself! Purchase a gift certificate of $250 or more, and receive an additional $50 credit FREE. But hurry! Sale ends at midnight on 12/01/18!

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 Gift Certificates may be used toward session packages, digital files, prints and products. They may be purchased in increments of $25. 

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Hampton Roads Photographer, Lifestyle Mini Sessions

Hampton Roads Photographer, Lifestyle Mini Sessions

Freemason District, Norfolk Waterfront Family Mini Session

So I am up to my eyeballs in wedding season, which now coincides with the fall family portrait madness - I love it! It’s like a mad burst of creative energy each fall. But, it does make keeping up with blogging quite a challenge.

Sandbridge Beach, VA Family Lifestyle Photos

Sleepy Hole Park, Suffolk, Family Mini Session

I am SO behind on sharing sessions and I apologize. Since I simply don’t have the bandwidth to share them all at the moment, I thought I would compile a few recent sessions into one post so you could see a peek of some of the lovely families I have been photographing.

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Family Mini Session

There are many more to come, so hang tight if your peeks aren’t here, I promise to get them up soon. I have a couple of weddings, an elopement, two engagement sessions and several more families in queue!

Downtown Norfolk Child Portrait Session

If you are in the coastal, VA or NC area and would like to schedule your lifestyle photography session, contact me today! melissablissphotography@gmail.com

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Family Lifestyle Photos, Pleasure House Point, Virginia Beach

Family Lifestyle Photos, Pleasure House Point, Virginia Beach

Even though it still feels like summer most days, fall is beginning to make its debut here in Hampton Roads. A few leaves are turning and the evening temps are starting to dip toward the cooler end of the thermometer. And if that’s not a sign, the gazillion photographers out shooting on weekends should tip you off that fall is here, ha ha!

Last week I had the pleasure of meeting this gorgeous little family for a sunset fall mini session. We met at the always lovely Pleasure House Point Natural Area in Virginia Beach. It was a beautiful evening and I had the best time with this sweet crew!

Don’t they look amazing?! Mom sure knocked the wardrobe out of the park!

Our session was short and sweet and tons of fun! Perfect for a family with littles to tend to.

Thank you Glover family for coming out to visit with me! I can’t wait to share your full gallery!

- XOXO, Melissa

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Motherhood Photo Session, Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Motherhood Photo Session, Virginia Beach Oceanfront

I’ve been shooting for this sweet family for a few years now and I love getting to see them so often! Last spring I held a few Motherhood Mini Sessions, and this lovely Mama, also a Melissa, jumped at the chance to finally have some mom + me beach photos with her kiddos!

Unfortunately, we had to reschedule several times due to the weather, sick kiddos, the weather and more weather. It was seriously crazy how many times - 7 or 9 I think! It became comical how bad our luck was.

But, we finally made it happen last month - hallelujah! We ended up with a perfect evening and it was a blast!

Perseverance paid off. I had so many favorites, and felt so badly that Melissa had to wait all summer to get this session done, that I gave her a big fat gallery bursting with happy, carefree childhood moments. Little Miss Footloose and Fancy Free was having the time of her life! Isn’t she a doll?!

I love how even shy kiddos can’t help but let loose a little on the beach. It can take them a little time to get comfortable, but the relaxed atmosphere, the wind and waves, and the wide open space always tug at their curiosity until they can’t resist exploring a bit.

Thank you, Gegick family, for trusting me once again to capture your story in pictures! I couldn’t be happier that you now have images of these delightful memories to share throughout the years. - XOXO, Melissa

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Family Beach Sessions, Virginia Beach Lifestyle Photographer

Family Beach Sessions, Virginia Beach Lifestyle Photographer 

It's official. Summer is here! It has been a crazy busy month so far. Lots of sessions and wedding consultations and my summer calendar is filling up quickly! I love being back out on the beach shooting! But all those sessions and editing marathons don't leave much time for blogging. I'll keep this one brief, but wanted to share some sneak peeks from a few recent sessions. I hope you enjoy them!

It's so great to see so many old friends and to meet new ones too!

Toes in the sand, camera in hand! I'm a happy girl. Many thanks to all the awesome couples and families who have put their memories in my hands. More to come soon! - XOXO, Melissa 

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Senior Portrait Session, Virginia Beach Photographer

Senior Portrait Session, Virginia Beach Photographer 

I've got something new to share today! It's been a while since I have shot a senior portrait session. I do enjoy them, but don't really market to that demographic. I'm more of a fan of creative environmental portraiture than the typical posed senior portrait. And my plate is usually pretty full with family and wedding clients. But, it is definitely fun to stretch a bit and do something different every once in a while. 

When Hannah's mama contacted me after Christmas to book a beach session, I could tell we'd click well together at our shoot. She and Hannah were attracted by my beach images posted online. She really wanted some great pics of her oldest daughter, and soon to be grad. 

We had a blast shooting at Fort Monroe beach in Hampton. The weather was a bit chilly and windy, so we started off in the quaint little residential areas near the fort.

Fort Monroe is so charming, especially in the spring! And I love the variety of textures and backgrounds you can find by wandering a bit on foot. 

As the sun was setting, we headed off to the beach to capture those yummy golden & peachy tones in the soft sunset light. 

It was crazy cold in the wind! Poor Hannah had goose bumps from head to toe, but she rocked her portraits like a pro! Isn't she stunning?!

It was a treat to meet you and your mom Hannah! Thank you for trusting me with your senior pics. I'm so thrilled that you love your photos! I wish you the very best as you graduate and set off to college on new adventures. I have ZERO doubt that you will be a fantastic nurse one day soon! - XOXO Melissa 

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